Pain Management Tips Your Physiotherapist Wants You to Know
Expert advice to help you recover from an injury, and protect against future damage.
Do Blue Light Glasses Work?
If you stare at a screen all day, you may have considered blue light glasses to ease eye strain and...
Sneaky Ways Burglars Can Break into Your House
In many cases, all it takes to keep a burglar out is a locked door. But some burglars are a...
Do You Tend to Bruise Easily? Here Are the Likely Reasons Why
Those black and blue marks can say a lot about your health.
10 Myths You Need to Stop Believing About Your Car
Don’t let mechanics trick you! These common car myths could be costing you—and even putting you in danger.
Impressive Health Benefits of Beets (and a Few Potential Risks)
Beets are packed with healthy nutrients, including calcium, iron, potassium and protein. But they can also have some surprising side...
Facebook Messenger Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Facebook Messenger scams are "rare," according to Facebook. Our experts say otherwise. Whichever is true, falling for one can be...
Increasing Your Intake of This Mineral Could Lower Your Dementia Risk
Chances are, it's already in your multivitamin.
The Best Fridge Temperature to Keep Food Fresh—And Safe
From the refrigerator to the grill—and ultimately, your tummy—find out how to reduce your risk for food poisoning this summer.
Medicinal Plants You Can Grow at Home
Heal rashes, treat depression and reduce indigestion with your very own at-home healing garden.
How to Live to 100—And Love It!
Life expectancy is on the rise, but a long life isn’t always a full one. These everyday habits—many of which...
Never Do This When Taking Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is packed with health benefits, but there is a right and wrong way to use it—and in...
What You Don’t Know About Germs Could Be Making You Sick
Brush up on your personal hygiene, housekeeping strategies and food handling skills with our guide to beating the spread of...
Why You Should Have Listened to Mom’s Advice, According to Science
It turns out mom knew best after all! Here are eight pieces of motherly advice that have plenty of research...
Everything You Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer in Canada
Screening for colorectal cancer can save your life. Here’s what you need to know about the most commonly-diagnosed form of...
Healthy Habits That Slash Your Risk For Osteoporosis
Build stronger bones by making a few simple tweaks to your daily routine.
Signs of Oral Cancer You Should Never Ignore
When it's caught quickly, oral cancer is easy to treat. Learn how to spot the signs and symptoms early on.
Foods You Should Never Reheat in a Microwave
We already know better than to nuke aluminum foil, but certain foods can become downright toxic when reheated in the...
Are the People Around You Losing Their Hearing, Or Could *You* Be Losing Your Voice?
Learn how to spot the signs of strained vocal cords and other vocal cord disorders.
This is the Most Hygienic Way to Dry Your Hands
Yes, drying your hands is just as important as washing them.
Cancer Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Cancer isn’t always the cause of these symptoms, but if they persist, getting checked out could save your life.
These Seniors Are Forming Their Own Retirement Communities—Without Leaving Home
Oasis, a program that began in Kingston, Ontario a decade ago, brings the concept of a retirement community into private...
10 Surprising Conditions Your Hands Might Predict
From finger length to grip strength, our hands can indicate risk factors for a number of surprising conditions.
Feeling Stressed? It Turns Out Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine
Beyond providing an instant mood lift, laughing loudly—and often—may even reduce your risk for a heart attack.
Signs of Disease That Are Written All Over Your Face
When doctors chat with patients eye to eye, it’s not just about creating rapport. Certain facial traits may reveal vital...
What It’s Like Living With Generalized Anxiety Disorder
As anxiety disorders go, this is one of the most common—especially in older adults.
6 Lifestyle Tweaks For a Healthier Heart
Small changes to your daily routine can yield big benefits to your heart health. Here's how to get in tick-tock...
Yes, You Can Reverse Heart Disease—Here’s How
Certain lifestyle factors contributing to heart disease are within your control—even after the condition has taken hold.
